Jul 31

The HTC EVO 4G - Thank you Google!

July 31st, 2010 | Category: Miscellaneous

I have been enjoying my new HTC EVO 4G for a few weeks now.  With the Android® SDK and some newly acquired JAVA® programming skills, I am now finally “sold” on the idea that developing applications for Android® equipped phones was well worth the wait.

My most used application is the native Voice Recorder in conjunction with an Android® application I created with the Android® SDK where I record and log audio for all incoming and outgoing calls and upload them to a secure database over a secure connection to my home network file repository. By the way, it is legal in the state of Texas to record phone conversations WITHOUT having to inform the other party that you are doing so. Those phone recordings are able to be used as evidence for court proceedings originating in the state of Texas. Telemarketers and dead-beats beware!

Just like my deliberate decision to wait for Adobe® Flash® to reach smart phones was prudent, while not making the move to iPhone® restricted development, my decision to pursue mobile development with Android® is truly worthwhile and meaningful - simply amazingly easy and highly profitable.

I am even considering scaling back on my Windows® smart phone mobile development and focusing solely on Android® going forward.  It is quite refreshing to not be stuck in the Microsoft® and Apple® realm for mobile device application development.

My favorite Android® application is the LogMeIn® Ignition program where I can connect and fully control my home network of multiple PCs from my HTC EVO 4G phone.

The HTC EVO 4G - Thank you Google!

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Jun 24

Some nifty 3D curtains in Maya for a new website

June 24th, 2010 | Category: Miscellaneous, Projects

May 1

Another Alternativa3D Experiment using Video movie material

May 01st, 2010 | Category: ActionScript, Miscellaneous

Apr 28

Need freelance/contract work?

April 28th, 2010 | Category: Miscellaneous, Resume

I am now accepting projects for on-site/off-site freelance/contract work with a 6 month duration or less.

Send Email Inquiry  (inquire for rates and scheduling)

I work in any of the following cities and surrounding areas:

  • Seattle
  • Portland
  • San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles, Sacramento
  • Phoenix
  • Billings
  • Denver, Colorado Springs
  • Sioux Falls
  • Lincoln, Omaha
  • Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston
  • Minneapolis
  • Milwaukee
  • Chicago
  • Indianapolis
  • New York
  • Pittsburgh
  • Virginia Beach

Note that I’m currently based out of Dallas, Texas and that I need at least 5 days notice for on-site locations outside the state of Texas.

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Recommendations:


“Randall’s professionalism and knowledge of user interaction were key. I look forward to working with Randall again.”

~ Brian Fabian, Owner, Boxcar Creative 2010

“A pro who not only knows what he’s doing, but does it with a great attitude and on deadline.  One of the best in the business.”

~ Chris Anderson, Communications Director, The Marketing Arm 2009

“To say Randall is great to work with is not accurate.  Randall is wonderful to work with and our history in working together proves it.  We gave Randall the concept and he provided insight, suggestions and creativity to the project to make it award winning.”

~ Sarah Dudley, Senior Account Executive, The Marketing Arm 2009

“Randall is one of the most intelligent, dedicated digital developers I’ve worked with.  His unique ability to think both creatively and technically, combined with his nearly encyclopedic knowledge of interactive media makes him an extremely valuable resource.”

~ LD, Freelance Interactive Developer, Tribal DDB 2008

“Randall is a rare breed.  He is very smart and extremely dedicated to what he does.  Unlike many, though, Randall strives to ensure that the product is developed and working to its utmost efficiency and usability.  Randall made my job much, much easier.”

~ Wayne Duffey, Freelance QA Specialist, Tribal DDB 2008

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Randall on multiple occasions, all of which have been a positive and rewarding experience.  While he is highly capable of developing beautifully rich and dynamic applications with, what seems to me, the greatest of ease, he also brings to the table a strong sense of design and creativity.  Beyond production, he is an excellent strategic planner, quick to discover multiple viable solutions to the most challenging issues.”

~ Jonathan Stefaniak, Senior Designer, Blockdot 2007

“Randall is not only a capable and well versed individual in the interactive realm, he is also someone who consistently delivers exceptional work on every project. The dedication and problem solving skills make Randall a valuable asset to any team.”

~ Kristie Harrington, President, Abstract Device 2007

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Mar 27

Maya 3D Modeling, Animation, Fluid Dynamics (Ocean FX) Experiments

March 27th, 2010 | Category: Miscellaneous, Projects

Was browsing through my Maya archives and ran across these 3D Modeling, Animation, and Fluid Dynamics (Ocean FX) Experiments.  I created these with Maya Unlimited version 7 a few years ago.  Now if I can just find the source files, convert them to Maya Unlimited 2010, and create the wave collisions with the boat along with spray, foam, mist, and shadows… it appears to be quite the difficult task.

To access the videos, the portfolio credentials are:

user name = rhaws and password = guest

Maya 3D Modeling, Animation, Fluid Dynamics (Ocean FX) Experiments

Maya 3D Modeling, Animation, Fluid Dynamics (Ocean FX) Experiments

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Feb 25

Pepsi Yo Sumo - 2010 Census Documentary Promotion Site Launched

February 25th, 2010 | Category: Projects

Feb 16

AS3_CORE_MVC - Model Summary UML Diagram

February 16th, 2010 | Category: ActionScript, Miscellaneous, Projects

I have finished preparing the Model Summary UML Diagram for the AS3_CORE_MVC Flash 10 Framework.  There are three main sections; com, net, org.  Click the screenshot below for a full size image.

AS3_CORE_MVC - Model Summary UML Diagram

AS3_CORE_MVC Online Documentation

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Feb 12

3D Studio Room - an Alternativa3D Experimental Virtual Portfolio Studio

February 12th, 2010 | Category: ActionScript, Miscellaneous, Projects

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